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Trump Administration stepping in to battle over La Center School District’s gender pronoun policy
The U. S. Department of Education has launched an investigation into Washington state’s handling of gender inclusion policies, putting La Center School District at the center of a federal-state con…
Hundreds rally in Olympia against proposed tax increases
Hundreds gathered in Olympia on Tax Day to protest a wide range of proposed tax hikes put forward by Democratic lawmakers in Washington state.
On ‘Tax Day,’ Senate Democrats propose billions more in tax increases
On Tax Day, Washington Senate Democrats introduced new tax proposals totaling $12 billion, contrasting sharply with Senate Republicans’ no-new-taxes ‘$ave Washington’ budget proposal.
Rep. Peter Abbarno issues statement on House Democrats silencing debate on parental bill of rights legislation
Rep. Peter Abbarno criticized House Democrats for using a rare procedural move to silence debate on legislation impacting parental rights, calling it a historic breach of legislative transparency.
Large crowd expected at C-TRAN Board of Directors Meeting Tuesday, April 15
A large turnout is expected at the April 15 C-TRAN board meeting, where public input and a key vote on light rail funding will follow the recent removal of Michelle Belkot.
WA Senate votes to set a 10% limit on annual rent increases
The Washington Senate has approved a 10% annual rent increase cap as part of a controversial bill that now heads back to the House for final approval.
Congresswoman Gluesenkamp Perez announces town halls in Lewis and Clark counties
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez will hold town halls in Clark and Lewis counties to hear from constituents and discuss congressional priorities.
POLL: Should Washington Raise the 1% Cap on Property Tax Increases?
Clark County Today’s weekly poll asks whether Washington lawmakers should raise the current 1% cap on annual property tax increases.
Can $10 tolls be coming to the Interstate Bridge?
Rep. John Ley examines a proposed Washington House bill that would double borrowing for the Interstate Bridge Replacement and potentially lead to high tolls affecting Southwest Washington drivers.
Senate Republicans: WA property taxes will skyrocket under bill to remove annual cap
Senate Republicans are opposing Senate Bill 5798, warning it could sharply increase Washington property taxes by removing the long-standing 1% cap.
Opinion: The stage is set for a battle royale
Rep. John Ley outlines key legislative battles in Olympia, raising concerns about tax hikes, tolling, and spending priorities in Washington state.
Inflation worries drive WA lawmakers to jack up I-5 bridge borrowing plan by $900M
Lawmakers in Washington have added $900 million to their borrowing plan for the I-5 bridge replacement, drawing opposition from Rep. John Ley.
Critics warn WA bill could raise gas prices by 40 cents by 2031
Critics say a bill to speed up Washington’s Clean Fuel Standard could raise gas prices by 40 cents per gallon by 2031.
Opinion: Olympia’s budget blowout – The taxpayer gets the bill
Nancy Churchill says Washington’s $78. 5 billion state budget signals runaway government growth and demands urgent taxpayer pushback.
Cherish DesRochers announces re-election bid for Battle Ground City Council Position No. 6
Cherish DesRochers has announced her campaign for re-election to Battle Ground City Council Position No. 6, focusing on sustainable growth, public safety, and community revitalization.
Letter: The Vancouver City Council’s silent power grab
Vancouver resident Justin Forsman calls out a city charter amendment that he claims weakens accountability and urges reforms to restore transparency.
April 22 special election voting begins in 23 Washington counties
Voting is now underway in 23 Washington counties for the April 22 special election covering local measures across the state.
WA Senate unanimously passes $7.3B capital budget ‘for the entire state’
The Washington Senate passed a $7. 3 billion capital budget for 2025-27 in a unanimous vote, funding education, housing, and infrastructure across the state.